Candy Cane Caprese Board
This Candy Cane Caprese is a delicious appetizer board idea or snack during the festive holidays! Enjoy this recipe made with fresh mozzarella, ripened tomatoes, bright basil, and sweet balsamic glaze on your Christmas Eve menu filled with all types of other party food ideas. Delicious with crackers, toasted baguette slices, bread, and more!
Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 16 ounces fresh pre-sliced mozzarella cheese log
- 2-3 large fresh tomatoes; sliced 1/4 inch thick
- fresh basil leaves; for garnishing
- flaky sea salt; for sprinkling on top
- balsamic vinegar glaze; for drizzling on top and serving you could also use balsamic vinegar instead
- olive oil; for drizzling on top
- sliced French bread or toasted baguette; for serving
Instructions
- Start at the top end of the candy cane shape and alternate layering a slice of fresh mozzarella with a slice of tomato until you get a big candy cane shape.Place fresh basil leaves around the board and a small serving bowl with the balsamic glaze.Just before serving, drizzle the mozzarella and tomatoes with olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt. Serve with additional olive oil and sea salt, as well as toasted baguette slices.
- On a large cutting board or serving platter arrange the mozzarella cheese and tomato slices in an alternative pattern, forming a candy cane.
- Place the fresh basil leaves around the board or platter along with a small serving bowl of the balsamic glaze.
- Before serving, sprinkle the tomatoes with sea salt and drizzle with olive oil. Enjoy with fresh bread!
Notes
TIPS
- Use any kind of variety of tomatoes such as heirlooms, Roma, or other vine tomatoes.
- Prepare this Caprese ahead of time by covering it with plastic wrap and storing it in the refrigerator up to two days before serving.
- Be sure to evenly slice the tomatoes and mozzarella for a nice presentation and balance.
- Serve with other Christmas Eve appetizer ideas such as different meats, veggies, cheeses, salads, and more.